Early Learning Coalition of St. Lucie County - Giving touches many lives

It is tradition for the Early Learning Coalition of St. Lucie County team to adopt a family in need for the holidays. This past holiday season, the spirit of giving was also shared by community members. As a result, three families received gifts for their children.

While the meaning of giving is important, the stories behind the giving are just as valuable. Three young boys will be fishing, riding bicycles and playing sports, while a little girl enjoys Barbie dolls, arts and crafts, and new bedding for her room. All four children will be wearing new sneakers.

These children are recovering from the death of their primary caregiver, and adjusting to life with a different relative. They were hopeful Santa would bring presents, but did not know what to expect. Their “wish lists” were fulfilled thanks to the efforts of White’s Tackle in Fort Pierce, Penn, Pure Fishing, Inc., the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office, Nike Outlet, Kappa Kappa Iota Tau Chapter and Coalition team members.

“The multi-purpose room at the Coalition looked like an extension of Santa’s workshop when the presents were received,” said Coalition CEO Tony Loupe.

The giving was not limited to presents. White’s Tackle took it a step further by volunteering to teach the boys how to fish.

For more information about the Early Learning Coalition of St. Lucie County, call (772) 595-6363 or visit www.elcslc.org.